Councillor Sam Foster

Ordinary meeting, Council Assembly - Wednesday 9 July 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of the Southwark Council Assembly, Councillor Sarah King was elected as the new Leader of the Council, and the cabinet will remain unchanged at present. Councillors debated a motion on community safety, and also discussed motions relating to welfare cuts, making space for girls in parks, a tourist tax, and limiting gambling premises. The assembly also approved a waiver for Councillor Maggie Browning's attendance due to maternity leave, and reviewed the Treasury Management Outturn report for 2024-25.

the Planning Committee (Smaller Applications) of Southwark Council

The Planning Committee (Smaller Applications) met on 1 July 2025 to consider two planning applications relating to South Dock Marina and Dulwich Sports Club. The committee was scheduled to discuss the refurbishment of the South Dock Marina boatyard, and the construction of outdoor playing facilities and a sports pavilion at Dulwich Sports Club.

Annual and Mayor Making meeting, Council Assembly - Saturday 17 May 2025 11.00 am

The annual meeting of the Southwark Council Assembly included the election of Councillor Sonny Lambe as the Mayor of Southwark for 2025-2026, and considered reports on executive functions, committee appointments, and scrutiny activity. Councillor Sabina Emmanuel was appointed as Deputy Mayor.

Audit, Governance and Standards Committee - Saturday 17 May 2025 12.00 pm

The Audit, Governance and Standards Committee met on Saturday 17 May 2025 to discuss the formation of sub-committees. The committee voted to establish two sub-committees: one to handle complaints of misconduct against elected councillors and co-opted members, and another to consider civic awards. The decision on the membership of these sub-committees was deferred to the next committee meeting.

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Saturday 17 May 2025 12.00 pm

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Southwark Council met on Saturday 17 May 2025 to discuss scrutiny arrangements for the 2025-26 municipal year. The meeting was scheduled to take place at Southwark Cathedral, and was open to all members of the council.